Dental Assistants Jobs Pay in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.76 – $18.44
Average Annual Pay
Range: $34,861 – $38,347
How much do Dental Assistants make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$14.96/hr
Range: $14.25 – $15.67
Annual Rate
$31,113
Range: $29,632 – $32,595
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.60/hr
Range: $16.76 – $18.44
Annual Rate
$36,604
Range: $34,861 – $38,347
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.24/hr
Range: $19.27 – $21.21
Annual Rate
$42,095
Range: $40,090 – $44,099
Dental Assistants job description
Dental Assistants professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
